Mindful Observing: Total Lunar Eclipse in Virgo 2025

Full Moon/Total Lunar Eclipse @ 23 Virgo 57'

March 13, 2025

11:55 PM PDT

March 14, 2025

2:55 PM EDT

This month's Full Moon in tropical Virgo is a total lunar eclipse, visible over North America (the U.S. and Canada) and western portions of Greenland and South America. It is the first eclipse of 2025 and will be followed by a partial solar eclipse on March 28 in tropical Aries.

Mercury also stations retrograde while in near conjunction with Venus in Aries. Both Venus and Mercury retrograde cycles overlap with this eclipse season. Very broadly speaking, especially between this Full Moon and the New Moon/solar eclipse in two weeks, this is a time for laying low and being particularly mindful of impulse decisions, actions, and reactions.

There are a lot of "shadowy" aspects to the astrology of the moment, areas in which blindspots are being revealed to us. This is not a time that favors egoistic hubris or attempts to assert too dominance over circumstances. It is best to be in a state of receptivity rather than aggressive pursuit of desires.

Virgo highlights an archetype that, on one level, connects to humble service and a focus on inward growth and personal clarity. If we are to see some blossoming or fruits emerging, it would be in that realm, in areas in which we've been dedicated to assisting others or in which inward work has been consistently attended to. The positive yields of this eclipse are likely discreet but still profound, likely hidden from most of the world but significant from our point of view.

Yet, as a south nodal eclipse, there is more release here and letting go rather than getting and attaining what we want. Here is an important warning about whatever we're mired in at the moment, that we should practice less attachment to what shows up and what we're involved with. While the eclipse portal can be a period of rapid inner and outer changes, it is a time of shift and fluctuation, so it is wise to observe more, contemplate, reflect, and make those bigger moves when the dust has settled.

Finding Joy: Leo Full Moon 2020

Full Moon @ 20 degrees Leo 00' 
February 8, 2020
11:34 PM PST

This month's Full Moon in tropical Leo may or may not be a supermoon, depending on how it's defined. By stricter definitions, it isn't, but either way, don't anticipate a notably brighter and bigger Full Moon. However, for northern hemispheric dwellers, especially, this Full Moon brings in some archetypal (and perhaps literal) heat that can help in the colder months of the year. 

While it may be more difficult to tell for those in the extreme northern hemisphere, the spring season is already emerging. This Full Moon can serve as a reinforcement of that impending transition. So, what makes this Full Moon so heat-centric? Yes, it occurs in fire sign Leo, but it also makes one dynamic aspect to Mars in fire sign Sagittarius, adding some fierceness, zeal, and chutzpah. 

On the negative side, this Full Moon could magnify dramatic, attention-grabbing outbursts/displays or thoughtlessness and impulsive risk-taking. On the positive side, both creative and sexual power can be increased, conducive for spontaneity, or merely a good time. Leo, at heart, emphasizes playfulness and the building of confidence. Indeed, both are required for successful self-expression and putting one's talents on display.

Leo energy, in its most positive expression, isn't overly narcissistic or histrionic but radiates a natural charm, dignity, and power. If you require an uplift while amid the current heavy-hitting astrology (looking at you, Saturn and Pluto), this Full Moon can be a source of motivation and life-force. It can help serve as a healthy reminder that sometimes you need to step away from the seriousness and laugh, make love, or play. In case you forgot, there is joy in this world, look around.